Gladys Sogyah
Summary
Accomplished Midwife and Registered Nurse Assistant at Ghana Health Service, adept in maternal health education and providing emotional support. Expertise in high-risk pregnancy care and lactation consultation, significantly enhancing patient knowledge and care outcomes. Proven track record in empowering mothers and reducing infection risks, showcasing a blend of technical proficiency and compassionate care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Midwife
Ghana Health Service
07.2023 - Current
- Educated mothers and families on pregnancy-related topics to inform and prepare for pregnancy, childbirth and newborn care.
- Promoted benefits of breastfeeding and offered education on proper positioning, latching and breast care.
- Kept accurate medical records by documenting patient prenatal care, labor and delivery and postpartum care.
- Empowered mothers to make informed decisions about their care through comprehensive education on pregnancy, childbirth, and newborn care.
Registered Nurse Assistant
Ghana Health Service
05.2014 - 01.2021
- Ensured patient dignity by respecting privacy and confidentiality at all times during care provision.
- Provided emotional support to patients facing challenging medical situations while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Reduced risk of infections through diligent monitoring of vital signs and strict adherence to infection control protocols.
- Supported nurses by performing routine tasks, such as administering medications, collecting specimens, and changing dressings.
Education
Diploma In Midwifery - Midwifery
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast,central Region05.2023
Certificate - Nursing Assistance
Pantang Nursing College
11.2013
Skills
- Maternal health education
- Feeding through naso gastric tubes
- Prenatal fitness guidance
- Pelvic floor exercises
- Lactation Consultation
- Prenatal nutrition
- Intrapartum Care
- Childbirth preparation classes
- Sexual Health Education
- Nutrition counseling
- Prenatal care
- Preconception counseling
- STD prevention and treatment
- Infant resuscitation
- Pain Management Strategies
- Infection Control
- Medication Administration
- Patient Education
- Emergency Response
- Decision-Making
- Multitasking Abilities
- Patient-focused care
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Organizational Skills
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Task Prioritization
- First aid knowledge
- Delegation skills
- Self Motivation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Goal Setting
- Professionalism
- First Aid Certification
- Interpersonal Communication
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
- Contraceptive Counseling
Accomplishments
- Achieved Result by introducing Software for Type tasks.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Timeline
Midwife
Ghana Health Service
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Assistant
Ghana Health Service
05.2014 - 01.2021
Diploma In Midwifery - Midwifery
University of Cape Coast
Certificate - Nursing Assistance
Pantang Nursing College